While our area is rich in history, it’s also rich in wine, with more than 300 wineries calling the region home. And while the wines themselves have history, what makes our region’s wineries so special is the sense of community they build. You can find local wine at various festivals and external events, but nothing quite beats a trip to the vineyard itself. Here are just a few of the fun happenings coming up at wineries throughout the D.C. metro area.
September 29 – October 31: The Bull Run Haunted Wine Tour
Nothing says Halloween season like a spooky, lantern-led battlefields walking tour. This ticketed event at the Winery at Bull Run is $55 per person. It includes a wine tasting throughout the tour, souvenir wine glass, after-hours access to the winery, and battleground stories from your expert tour guide. Reserve your spot at https://www.exploretock.com/thewineryatbullrun/event/499074/haunted-wine-tour-2024-individual-tickets.
October 4: Crush Monkey Friday
Learn all about the winemaking process from the Pearmund Cellars winemaker during harvest and crush season. You’ll get hands-on in the process, right down to punching down fruit. The experience costs $100 per person, and you’ll need to bring shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Learn more at https://www.pearmundcellars.com/events/ .
October 4-5, 11-13, 18-19: Henway Hard Cider Adult Corn Maze
Fall fun isn’t just for kids: This corn maze invites adults to explore its twists and turns and then enjoy live music, a bonfire, and adult sips. The $35 ticket price includes corn maze admission and a glass of either Bluemont Vineyard wine or Henway Hard Cider—both made locally. Costumes aren’t required, but they are encouraged! Reserve your spot at https://www.bluemontvineyard.com/events-calendar/adult-cornmaze.
October 10: Vino & Vinyasa
Join local Yogi Lindsay Cook for a 60-minute Vinyasa flow in the beautiful vines at Great Frogs Winery. Participate in just the yoga or stay after for a wine tasting. Ticket prices vary by your preferred experience, and discounts are available to club members. Reserve your mat at https://www.greatfrogs.com/events/2022/5/19/vino-amp-vinyasa-with-lindsay-cook.
October 12: Rock the Grapes Festival
Celebrate Virginia Wine Month from 12-5 p.m. as you sip wines from across the region, try your hand (or foot, rather) at grape stomping, and enjoy live music, great food, and more. There are even pony rides and activities for the kids. Get more info and reserve tickets at https://veramar.com/event/rock-the-grapes-festival-2024/ .
October 16: Corks & Cars
Love classic cars? Get up close and personal while sipping on local wines and enjoying great food and live music at The Urban Winery from 5-9 p.m. Get the details at
https://theurbanwinery.com/events/corks-and-cars-2-320-241-215/ .
October 25: Movie Night at La Grange
Enjoy beautiful scenery and spooky fall vibes with an ages-21+ Halloween movie night at La Grange. Vote for your movie pick, and reserve your spot at https://wineryatlagrange.orderport.net/product-details/1317/Movie-Night-Pre-Sale.
October 30: Monster Mash Country Line Dancing
Jump into a special Halloween-themed line dance at Three Fox Vineyard. Enjoy local wines, have a blast dancing, and come dressed to impress for your chance to win the costume contest. Learn more at https://www.threefoxvineyards.com/calendar#calendar-0326dc9a-4c89-4821-90cc-4e86d0373de0-event-lzcxc21j .
